Lifeguard (PT)

St. Louis JCC; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Louis JCC in Chesterfield, MO is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to supervise aquatic areas, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies. The role supports ongoing aquatics programs and member engagement while maintaining professional appearance and attendance.

This position requires current lifeguard certification, CPR/AED/First Aid, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions. Flexible scheduling and training opportunities are available to keep skills sharp.

Qualifications

• Current ARC Lifeguarding and First Aid or ARC Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid certification.
• Ability to swim continuously and meet certification standards.
• Ability to quickly enter water and perform emergency rescues using approved techniques.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures during emergencies.
• Maintain constant supervision of the aquatic environment and respond immediately.
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors with water, chemicals, and variable weather.
• Flexibility in schedule to open/close pools and cover multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool area, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies.
• Provide assistance with lifeguard duties and rescue techniques.
• Perform required records and reports including timesheets and incident reports.
• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized pool deck and aquatics office.
• Learn and adhere to all J policies and procedures.
• Foster a safe, welcoming environment for members.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Emergency Response

Water Safety

Strong Swim Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Job description

Lifeguard (PT)

Chesterfield, MO 63005

Overview

Salary Range: $16.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Position Type: Part Time

Category: Aquatics

Description

Summary: Swim instructors are responsible for teaching quality classes and providing safe, fun, and engaging experiences for all participants.

Responsibilities:

• Teach swim lessons (group/individual) and aquatics exercise classes (with appropriate certifications).
• Start/end classes on time.
• Provide progress updates to parents on a weekly basis.
• Complete records and reports within required timeframes including but not limited to timesheets, accident reports, class rosters.
• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized and clean pool deck and aquatics office.
• Learn, adhere to, and enforce all J policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance while adhering to applicable dress codes.
• Be punctual and maintain good attendance.
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions and attend staff meetings.
• Maintain swimming skills, strength and endurance.
• Foster and maintain relationships with members while creating a comfortable, positive and welcoming environment.
• Learn and become familiar with programming and equipment offered at the J to be better able to address customer needs.
• Assist in promoting aquatics and other agency programs and services.
• Develop further knowledge in aquatics, including but not limited to training provided by the J.
• Other duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Must have or obtain current certification in either American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid or American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid.
• Ability to swim continuously and successfully complete all required lifeguard certification and recertification standards.
• Ability to quickly enter the water and perform emergency rescues, including lifting, dragging, and removing individuals using approved rescue techniques.
• Ability to perform CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures during emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain constant visual and auditory surveillance of the aquatic environment and respond immediately to emergencies.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and move throughout the aquatic facility for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull a grown adult independently and assist with heavier loads during emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and hear alarms, whistles, distress signals, and verbal instructions in a busy aquatic environment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to water, humidity, sunlight, heat, pool chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain the physical stamina, endurance, and fitness necessary to safely perform the essential functions of the position throughout each shift.
• Demonstrated leadership skills along with the ability to provide exemplary customer service.
• Must be able to make sound decisions.
• Position requires flexibility in schedule to open and or close the pools and to work across multiple locations.